How do I remove shadow copy files?

[The Streets]

I have quite a few files on my laptop which I deleted, and then emptied the recycle bin. At least, I thought I had deleted them. But alas, when I enter partial searches in the Start menu, the files are still coming up, albeit that Vista informs me that the file has been moved or something and would I like to delete the shortcut? when I click on the link. So, how do I go delete these files from my laptop, as in wiping all trace of them from the machine once and for all?

[The Streets]

Bump. Any ideas?

[wave]

Where are these files? In the Recent document folder? If yes you find them here:

C:\Documents and Settings\[User name]\Recent
Just delete them like normal files.
Word, Excel and so on also has a last used documnets list. You can reset it in the option.

Also you can try running Disk Cleanup from the Programs/Accessories/System tools folder.

[The Streets]

I downloaded them off Limewire and Azureus and they are stored in a subfolder in the Downloads folder (I have Vista Home Premium btw).

[hehe299792458]

Did you download any cracks or keygens by any chance? It may be a virus/spyware